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Highlands Happenings
By Katie Mahoney
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September 30 Kindness
October is National Bullying Awareness Month. At Highlands we will reinforce that kindness matters, the importance of spreading kindness, supporting each other and standing up to behaviors that are not OK. Being silent gives power to the bad behavior and we want to all kids and adults to learn how to handle problems in a proactive kind way; It matters!
Monday October 3rd is Kindness in Chalk.
The Kindness in Chalk Anti-Bullying Campaign
was launched by a MN mom three years ago. The idea of combating bullying with meaningful words and a piece of chalk is powerful. We will be kicking off the day the evening before, Sunday. I invite any parent to come to school and decorate the paths with kindness and inspiration so when the students arrive on Monday they are greeted by this message that kindness matters. We will be at school drawing from 6:30-7:00 Sunday night. Chalk will be available all day for students and classrooms to add their own message of kindness. See you Sunday! No artistic ability needed!
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How do you solve a problem?
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Anderson/ Hopkins Family designs working drawbridges.
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Julie Mickschl is celebrated at the EPS Board meeting Monday night! Very well deserved!
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I will post photos and videos next week of our building wide event! Thanks for all the support!
Volunteers Needed on Election Day
for Kids Voting Edina
This November, Edina students of all ages will be invited to accompany their parents to the polls to vote for the political candidates of their choice, thanks to an exciting voting initiative called "Kids Voting Edina." Adult and student volunteers are needed on Election Day (Nov. 8) to assist with setting up Kids Voting Polls, counting votes, collecting ballots and helping guide kids through the election process. Most volunteers will be asked to work a 2 ½ hour shift on election night (3:45 - 6:15 p.m. or 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.) with one or two other volunteers.
No prior experience is necessary. One-hour training sessions will be provided October 26 at 10am, 1pm and at 5 pm. Volunteers need only to attend one session. Young people are encouraged to volunteer as well - those 8th grade and under should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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Media Message
By Lisa Dooley, Media Specialist
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Every year we talk with students about being safe and smart digital citizens. Our media center curriculum includes a badge-earning series of intermediate lessons called "Digital Passport" through CommonSense.org. Check out
this video
on ways that parents can help their kids stay safe and smart online.
Author Visit October 5th
Local children's book author Shelly Boyum-Breen is coming
In addition to reading one of her books, Shelly will share with the children what she has always loved about playing sports and how Shelly Bean the Sports Queen can inspire the children.
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Welcome to Artsonia.com
2016 artwork coming soon!
Artsonia is an online student art museum.
Parents will have access to their child's artwork for their entire academic years Grade K-12 (Edina School Districts only) OR access as an Online Archive of their child's art. Friends and family can leave comments for the artist and order artwork. The money generated through Artsonia will help support Highlands art department.
Do you want to be a part of Artsonia? Please give us your information
here.
Thanks & please enjoy Artsonia.
If you have questions contact: Alissa Cappola, Highlands Art Teacher
Alissa.cappola@edinaschools.org
952.848.4554
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New Family Breakfast
Friday October 7th 8:00 am - 9:00 am Cafeteria
Please RSVP to Amy in the office at 952-848-4500 or by email
amy.blackmore@edinaschools.org before Friday Sept 30th.
Dinner and Discussion!
October 25, 2016 5:30-7PM HL Media center
Speak up Against Bias
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Micro aggressions and how to talk about difficult racial issues and current events with kids!
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PTO News
Learn what is going on and volunteer.
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Save the Date: PTO General Meeting
Meet Katie Mahoney - Our New Principal
Thursday, October 13
Please join us for the first PTO General Meeting - Special Guest is Katie Mahoney, the new Highlands' Principal.
Kindness in Chalk!
Sunday, October 2nd, 6:30 - 7pm
October is National Bullying Awareness month. The Kindness in Chalk movement is an anti-bullying campaign aspiring to bring smiles to faces along with showing students the importance of little acts of kindness. We're looking for parents to decorate and write inspiring messages on the sidewalks around the school building. The volunteers will be decorating Sunday evening - the idea is to surprise the students when they come to school the Monday morning. Everyone is welcome to come and be a part of this event. We need a minimum of 25 volunteers to make this a success!
Volunteer for Kindness in Chalk
New To Highlands? - Join Us For Breakfast
Friday, October 7, 8 - 9am in
Highlands Cafeteria
Both Kindergarten families AND families with new students in higher grades are invited to the Highlands New Family Breakfast. Meet other new families, our Principal and members of the PTO. A casual breakfast including muffins, bagel bites, peanut-free donut holes, fruit, coffee, milk and juice will be served.
There Is Still Time To Join The PTO
Only 54% of the Highlands' Families have joined the PTO. This year the fee of $28 is per family and not per child. The PTO does not want to put a financial strain on your family. If you would like a scholarship to pay for membership dues, fill out the form today, contact the School Social Worker - Kim Gessert (k
im.gessert@edinaschools.org
) or our Membership Chairman Sarah Franssen (
sarah_bradfordmn@yahoo.com).
Join the PTO today.
Box Tops
Please bring in your box tops to raise money for the school.
Help our rocket reach it's goal.
Great Gathering Soon November 11th at Pinstripes
The 7th annual Highlands Great Gathering will be held on Friday November 11th from 7-11pm at Pinstripes, Edina. Back by popular demand, the PTO hopes you will join us for a casual evening of food & drinks, great friends, and creative school fundraising that will enable us to continue to support the students, teachers, and staff at Highlands.
Buy your tickets today!
DONATIONS ARE NEEDED FOR THE AUCTION
We need lots of donations to make this year's auction a success. Some ideas include: kids activities, getaways (travel/hotel), spa or salon, technology items, services, event tickets, golf etc. Please no memorabilia, used items, jewelry or apparel. Visit the
PTO website to complete a donation form.
HOST A SMALL GATHERING
Small Gatherings are a great way to build new friendships and make connections within the Highlands' community. Each gathering is a scheduled social activity for a limited number of individuals to attend. Participants buy a spot to attend the event, and all proceeds go to Highlands. We encourage hosts to choose a favorite hobby or activity to share with others.
Here is a list of ideas.
Save the Date - EVEREVE Shopping Night
Thursday, November 3rd, 7 - 9 pm
Perfect timing - right before the Great Gathering. Help raise money for the PTO and find yourself the latest fall clothing. EVEREVE will donate 15% of all sales to Highlands. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
EVEREVE will donate 15% of all sales that night to the Highlands elementary PTO.
Looking to Volunteer?
New Family Breakfast 1.5 Hour Shifts - October 7
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2016-17 Beyond ECFE
Parenting Classes
Have parenting questions?
We have answers.
The Edina Family Center is proud to offer Beyond ECFE classes to meet your needs. Set some time
aside once each month to learn new parenting skills, replenish your toolkit, and build your confidence
as a parent. Engage with leading-edge, research-based information and strategies to promote healthy,
age-appropriate child development. Guided discussion time allows you to share your joys and
concerns, your challenges and experiences-and benefit from group wisdom.
Here is a link to their webpage.
Please return Volunteer Badges.
Might you have one of these at home, in your purse or car?
We'd love it returned to the office, no questions asked. Thank you.
Highlands Choir on Tuesdays.
"Highlands Choir is open to all students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn vocal development, movement, and musical skills in a fun and vibrant community of young musicians."
Use keywords: "Highlands Choir"
Or call Community Ed at 952-848-3952
PCN - Parent Communication Network
presents
Chemical Health and Mental Health:
What parents need to Know
Monday October 3rd at 7:00 - 9:00 at EHS EPAC - FREE
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Upcoming Events - Bulletin
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Week of October 3rd - 7th
Monday 3rd - Kindness in Chalk - chalk available all day for kids
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Running Club
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8:30 - 9:10 |
Field |
| Piano Lessons |
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4:00 - 7:00 |
Rm 5
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| Anderson/Hopkins CampMTW |
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8:00 depart |
Eagle Bluff |
Tuesday 4th
| Running Club |
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8:30 - 9:10 |
Field |
| Community Ed Choir |
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8:25 - 9:10 |
Rm 10/11 |
| Highlands Ambassador Mtg. |
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3:00 |
Media |
Wednesday 5th
| Running Club |
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8:30 - 9:10 |
Field |
| Drama Kids Fall Play |
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3:55-4:55 |
Rm 5 |
| Hjelden/Johansen Camp WRF |
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8:00 depart |
Eagle Bluff |
| Anderson/Hopkins |
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3:30 return |
Eagle Bluff |
Thursday 6th
| Running Club |
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8:30 - 9:10 |
Field |
| Chess Club |
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3:55 - 4:55 |
Rm 32 |
| Amazing Drawings |
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3:55 - 4:55 |
Rm 28 |
| Piano Lessons |
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4:00 - 7:00 |
Rm 5 |
| Masica/Prowell Pot Luck |
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6:30 - 8:00 |
Cafe/ Gym |
Friday 7th
| New Family Breakfast |
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8:00 - 9:00 |
Cafeteria
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| Hjelden/Johanson Camp |
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3:00 return |
Eagle Bluff |
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Highlands Elementary School
5505 Doncaster Way,
Edina, MN 55436
Office: 952-848-4500 |
Attendance: 952-848-4502
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